"There's been so much buzz about BURG," says Siversen, "we're thrilled to finally announce, 'We're open -- come grab a burger and a beer!'"

This the first fast-casual concept from the team of chef/owner Chris Siversen and restaurateur Marc Haskell of Maritime Parc in Jersey City's Liberty State Park, named four years in a row to NJ Monthly's "25 Best Restaurants" list. Maritime Parc's burgers were named the No. 1 Best Thing to Eat in Jersey City Right Now by The Village Voice and recognized as a top burger deal in The New York Post in 2014

BURG is open for lunch and dinner for those who work, live and play in Newark, and is also the place to grab a drink before the show or game at nearby NJPAC or the PruCenter. Come in for Happy Hour (daily 4-7pm) to enjoy $4 beers and $6 wines. Or try their fun, frozen take on an Old Fashioned, The Iceburg ($9).

BURG's modern comfort-style interior is designed by Manhattan-based Stephanie Goto, creator of Maritime Parc's award-winning look, and features elements of a vintage diner. Burger lovers may walk up to the counter and place their orders to go, or sit and eat at one of 40 seats inside. Additional outdoor seating overlooking the gardens will open in Spring 2016. 90% of the BURG staff are Newark residents.